Stillness Flowing (audiobook) 04 Chapter II: A Life Inspired - Growing Up
Jan 15, 2021
Dive into the early life of Luang Por Chah, born into a close-knit Isan family in 1918. Discover his playful childhood, how village duties intermingled with lessons in spirituality, and his early fascination with monkhood. Experience the heartwarming tales of love and loss, including his courtship and the heartache that followed. Follow his struggles in finding a teacher, exploring meditation, and the profound decisions that led to his lifelong dedication to Buddhism, all while facing the challenges of a changing world.
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Dek Wat To Novice: Early Training
- Luang Por spent four years as a Dek Wat, learned to read, and took on monastery chores while still playing with peers.
- He became a novice at 13 and earned the nickname 'Bullfrog' for his voice and build.
Brief Disrobing And Restlessness
- His teacher Ajahn Lang left the monkhood and suggested Luang Por disrobe, which he did briefly at sixteen.
- After disrobing he worked in fields but felt a persistent inner restlessness and sense of loss.
Heartbreak That Deepened Renunciation
- Luang Por fell in love with Jai, but she was later married to his friend Put due to family arrangements.
- The heartbreak lasted years and motivated his deeper renunciation and practice.
